For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 4,434 students in 33801, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 33801, FL are Lakeland Senior High School, Polk Full Time Eschool and Polk Virtual Instruction Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33801 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33801, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33801 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakeland Senior High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33801, FL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,043 students
Rank: #22.
Polk Full Time Eschool
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: K-12
| 604 students
Rank: #33.
Polk Virtual Instruction Program
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
Rank: #44.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
213 Tyler Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Grades: 6-12
| 49 students
Rank: #55.
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Enchanted Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Grades: PK-12
| 87 students
Rank: #66.
Tenoroc High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Grades: 9-12
| 1,127 students
Rank: #77.
Real Academy (Reaching Every Adolescent Learner)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
951 Mount Airy Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Grades: 4-12
| 269 students
Rank: n/an/a
Eckerd Connects
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1140 N Combee Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fresh Start Community School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Grades: 10-12
| 154 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk Grad Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
33801, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amikids (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
618 North Massachussets Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
Drop Back In High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
302 Memorial Blvd E
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 687-9222
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 687-9222
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Ese Countywide (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
750 Hollingsworth Road
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Grades: 9-12
| 386 students
Lakeland Teen Parent Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
910 Lowry Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Grades: PK-12
| 120 students
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
510 Hartsell Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Tenoroc Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33801, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33801, FL include Lakeland Senior High School, Polk Full Time Eschool and Polk Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public high schools are located in 33801?
11 public high schools are located in 33801.
What is the racial composition of students in 33801?
33801 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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